Genres

Year of the Rabbit by Tian Veasna from Drawn+Quarterly presents an especially poignant view of the Khmer Rouge by showing it through human eyes. Rather than giving a historical synopsis on political factions, Veasna’s story is told through the people who survived the nightmare that killed nearly two million people. …

So there you have it, a completely subjective list of ten books from 2019 I think will improve the quality of your life. Enjoy.

In 'A Keeper' by Graham Norton Elizabeth Keane returns to Ireland to settle her mom's estate and takes a harder look at her family's past.

'Along The Trenches' by Navid Kermani is a amazingly well written and easy to comprehend book creating a stark picture of reality in modern Eastern Europe.

A stage adaptation of Clarice Lispector's stream-of-consciousness debut novel boasts a fine lead performance by Sarah Lemp, but sadly is not a page-turner.

'Palimpsest' by Lisa Wool - Rim Sjoblom is a powerful and political read telling a much-needed tale of the adoption experience.

In this earthy, magical-realist dive into small-town Southern life two centuries ago, Westover explores the boundaries of medical science and superstition.

'Blanket Toss Under The Moonlight Sun' by Paul Seesequasis is a stunning collection of images and stories that offer a counterpoint to old stereotypes.

Nobody has managed to recreate the secret world of spies and subterfuge with Le Carre's flair and 'Agent Running in the Field' cements his reputation as a master of the genre.

'Unfollow: A Memoir of Loving and Leaving the Westboro Baptist Church' by Megan Phelps-Roper is a compelling statement from a cult survivor.